Experience the Power of Japanese Acupuncture in Oakland, CA

At Integrative Wellness Center in Oakland, Dr. Ana Hortillosa specializes in Japanese-style acupuncture, with a focus on the Kiiko Matsumoto method—a modern, clinically informed approach rooted in traditional Japanese healing.

What is Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture?

Developed by renowned acupuncturist Kiiko Matsumoto, this style blends classical Japanese acupuncture principles with a strong emphasis on clinical effectiveness. What sets it apart is its unique use of palpation-based diagnosis, where practitioners rely on touch to assess the body’s imbalances and tailor treatments accordingly.

Key Features of Kiiko Matsumoto Style:

• Palpation-Based Diagnosis
  Instead of relying solely on verbal symptoms or standard diagnostics, this approach uses gentle palpation to detect tenderness, tightness, or heat in the body. These physical cues help uncover deeper health imbalances.
• Microsystem Approach
  By examining specific diagnostic zones—especially the abdomen, chest, and back—practitioners can better understand how different organ systems are functioning and identify areas needing support.
• Focus on the “Hara” (Abdomen)
  The abdomen, or Hara, plays a central role in both diagnosis and treatment. Subtle changes in this area reveal vital insights about energetic imbalances, guiding a more precise and personalized treatment plan.
• Gentle, Holistic Treatments
  Treatment sessions may include fine-needle acupuncture, moxibustion (warming therapy using mugwort), and other manual techniques. The goal is to restore balance to the body’s energetic systems—not just mask symptoms.
• Use of Extra Points
  In addition to traditional acupuncture points, this method incorporates “extra points” selected for their proven effectiveness in addressing specific conditions, all based on real-time feedback from the body.
• Clinical Precision for Lasting Results
  Each treatment is uniquely tailored to the individual. The style emphasizes both accuracy and responsiveness, adjusting techniques as the body shows signs of change or improvement.

Kiiko Matsumoto-style acupuncture is well-suited for a wide range of conditions—from chronic pain and digestive disorders to emotional imbalances and stress-related issues. It’s known for being both gentle and powerful, focusing on treating the root causes rather than simply alleviating surface symptoms.

Discover a more thoughtful, personalized approach to wellness with Dr. Hortillosa in Oakland.